What race distances can I run in Hoboken?
Hoboken has 5K (8). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Hoboken, New Jersey
Upcoming running races in and near Hoboken, New Jersey - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
8 upcoming races · 4 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Hoboken races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Tue, Jul 28, 2026Party With Purpose 5K and After Party Hoboken, NJFrom $50Details Sat, Sep 19, 20265K for Pizza: Hoboken Hoboken, NJFrom $40Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026HPEF Back-to-School 5K Hoboken, NJFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026RunThrough Hoboken 5k & 10k Hoboken, NJFrom $45Register Sun, Oct 18, 2026Habitat of Greater Newark: 5th Annual Salute to Our Veterans 5K Hoboken, NJFrom $45Register Sun, Oct 25, 2026HoBOOken 5K Race - USATF Certified Course Hoboken, NJFrom $60Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Hoboken's Annual Turkey Trot 5K Hoboken, NJFrom $20Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Hoboken's Jingle Bell 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run Hoboken, NJFrom $25Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Hoboken
When is race season in Hoboken?
October is the busiest month for races in Hoboken, with 3 of the 8, followed by September with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Hoboken?
2 of the 8 races in Hoboken already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Hoboken races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 4 races in Hoboken with published results, the typical median finish is around 33:47, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Hoboken?
Browse Hoboken run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.